Katazome-shi 197W Paper - Hishi Taupe

In soft earthy tones this repeat rhombus pattern, the Japanese motif of the water caltrop plant (hishi), is depicted alongside the four-petal flower of the water chestnut (hanabishi).   

The intense colour and quality of these stencil-dyed papers is a joy. Strong and supple, Katazome-shi paper is an excellent choice for covering books, boxes, lampshades, even lining furniture or framing.  Ideal for crafts such as origami, card-making, collage and a beautiful choice for gift wrapping.

Each sheet measures approx. 490mm x 640mm, this is a half sheet size with white deckle-edge on three sides. The printed area is approx. 470mm x 620mm. 
Delivered rolled.

Handmade in Japan, these precious papers were originally inspired by traditional kimono printing techniques and patterns.

They are printed by hand, one colour at a time onto handmade paper.  The stencils are produced from persimmon-dyed kozo and aided by paste and "Kojiro" (soy bean juice), the pigments of the soy-based inks absorb deeply into the fibres of the paper resulting in rich and long-lasting colours.